Searching for the right teaching position in Washington for the school year?

Teach For America (TFA) could be a great option for you. Whether you’ve taught for several years, made a career change into education, or just graduated from college, TFA is a unique opportunity to impact students’ lives and serve the community in Washington.

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Teach For America’s Approach

TFA recruits outstanding leaders from all backgrounds and career sectors to become TFA “corps members.” Corps members commit to teaching for two years, where they are full, salaried employees of local public schools and confront both the challenges and joys of expanding opportunities for kids. Many choose to continue teaching after their two-year TFA commitment ends.

Corps members develop into strong classroom leaders who go beyond traditional expectations to advance students’ academic and personal growth while helping to strengthen schools. They work in the districts and schools most impacted by educational inequity.

In partnership with local universities like the University of Washington, nonprofit organizations, and businesses around Washington, corps members receive initial training, ongoing professional development, and access to an unparalleled resource and support network.

TFA has more than 3,000 corps members, reaching nearly 250,000 students in over 1,500 schools.

You'll be placed in your preferred region so long as there's space and you meet the local requirements. Read more below about our placement process.  

Corps Member Eligibility

To be considered for a position with TFA, you must have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 and either have U.S. citizenship, national/legal resident status or be a DACA recipient or EAD holder. You are not required to have a background in education.

In addition to these eligibility requirements, we seek people who have a deep belief in the potential of every child, a strong record of achievement, and perseverance in the face of challenges, among other key values and experiences. Read more about the characteristics of strong corps members.

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Teaching in Washington

As a corps member, you must complete steps to become highly qualified in the subject(s) you’ll teach and work toward full teaching certification during your two-year commitment. Learn more about earning your teaching license and getting hired at a school.

Salary

You’ll receive a salary and benefits from the school district, charter school, or pre-K center where you work. You’ll be paid the same as other beginning teachers working for the same employer. Salaries for new teachers in Washington range between $57,000 and $62,000, depending on the subject and grade level you teach.

Benefits

As a full-time TFA teacher, you are entitled to medical benefits through your school or district. Plans and costs vary, depending on where you teach. Read more on salary, benefits, and cost of living in Washington.

You may also be eligible for additional financial incentives exclusively available to TFA corps members. Learn more about financial aid, including transitional funding packages.

After Two Years

After your two-year commitment with TFA, you may choose to stay in the classroom for additional years of teaching. Some TFA alumni go on to work in school leadership, and many others go on to impact educational equity from another sector.

We are dedicated to ensuring you have the resources and support you need to lead and continue to work toward change with a dedicated TFA Washington alumni support staff. Learn more about life after the corps.

Our Placement Process

TFA places corps members in more than 40 regions throughout the U.S. During the application process, you can select up to three regions. Then, after interview week concludes, you'll have an opportunity to change your regional selections if you wish. Read more about our placement process.

Make an Impact in Washington

Teach For America has been fighting for educational equity in Washington since 2011. There are more than 1,000 alumni, with 300 teaching in the region and upwards of 30 serving in leadership positions, working as principals, assistant principals, administrators, or deans. 

Corps members in the Washington region serve communities in the Greater Puget Sound and South Central Washington, working in traditional and charter schools that stretch from South Seattle to Tacoma. You may work in urban, rural, or suburban communities in this region. As a TFA Washington teacher, you’ll use your background and leadership skills to drive students to academic success. 

Learn more about TFA’s work in Washington, and start your application to join the work today.